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Family-friendly Local Happenings of Jackson

WOW! What beautiful weather we are having...make sure to protect your kiddos from the sun and mosquitoes.  

Congratulations to all our graduates...you have reached a milestone in your life and onto a new beginning.      

Our Mother's Day Gift Basket giveaway is still on...click here for more details! Deadline to register for the giveaway is Saturday, May 19th at midnight. 

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Mother's Day Gift Basket Giveaway


...you still have time to register to win.

In honor of Mother's Day, we are giving away a special
Mother's Day Gift Basket.  
Included in the basket is:
One-night stay at Peaceful Oaks Bed & Breakfast
(located 636 Barnes Road in Medina)




and a Stream Cosmetics Airbrush Makeover


and a
Diva Girl Flip Flops





and aMary Kay NEW Botanical Effects

To register to win our Mother's Day Gift Basket...
1) you must be a Macaroni Kid Jackson Subscriber,
2) comment below why you love being a MOMMY (or a mommy-figure ...

Clubhouse Barbers Junior Generals


Register for the Clubhouse Barbers Junior Generals in the Generals Store. (Make sure to tell them that Macaroni Kid Jackson sent you.)

Membership includes:  Clubhouse Barbers Junior Generals T-shirt, 1 Voucher for Free Haircut at Clubhouse Barbers, Membership Dog Tag, Free Admission to Sunday-Wednesday Games, and 1/2 off admission on Thursday-Saturday Games.  

Enlisting ages 12 and under. Membership fee: $25 plus tax

Call 731.988.5299 if you have any questions.

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MKJ 2012 Summer Camp Guide


It is not too early to start looking for summer camps for your little macaronis. Click here to find our 2012 Summer Camp Guide.  

Dawn Junior Wildlife Champions


Join the Movement!

Join the movement! Macaroni Kid is helping Dawn educate more than 2 million kids this spring about the issues affecting wildlife, from oil spills to backyard ecosystems. Check out the FREE, downloadable lesson plans and experiments for teachers and parents. The fun doesn't end in the classroom – you'll also find FREE "Wildlife Weekend" family activities that you can do in your own backyard.

To continue Dawn's 30+ year commitment to preserving wildlife, Dawn worked with their partners at The Marine Mammal Center and International Bird Rescue to ...

Fun Zone's Open Jump


Fun Zone Jumpers located at Three-Way has a weekly Open Jump which allows come and jump and jump and jump.  Cost is $7.00 per child plus tax.

Hours for the regular open jumps are:

Tuesdays/Thursdays/Saturdays from 9:00-11:00 a.m

Fridays from 10:00 a.m.-12:00 noon

Tuesdays/Thursdays nights from 5:30-7:30 p.m.

For more information about Fun Zone, check them out at http://funzonejumpers.com/


Need a tutor?


How did you kids do on their report cards?

Need a tutor?  LAC has tutors that provide the best match to your child with subject matter, grade level, and the student's goals. Our tutoring program includes homework support, study skills, test prep, and organizational skills.  www.learningachievementcenter.com

 

Or are you preparing for the ACT or SAT?  

With customized tutoring plans to increase a student's skills in specific areas for the ACT or SAT. 

  Our tutoring program includes homework support, study skills, test prep, and organizational skills.  www ...


Kids Like to EAT!



Sunday

Kids night at Coyote Blues from 4:00 p.m. til close, kids eat free with each purchase of an adult entree. Offer not valid with any other specials.

Kids Night at Chili's from 5:00-8:00 p.m. kids.  Each week a balloon artist, Beyblade tournament, temporary tattoo artist, coloring and playdoh.  

Steak n' Shake-One free kid's plate for every $8 spend.  Dine-in only. 

Monday 

Family Night at Chick-fil-A (Check out the events on the calendar for more details!)

All day on Mondays, kids eat for ...


Macaroni Cares


It's Bug Season!

According to the National Pest Management Association, an unseasonably warm winter is expected to bring bugs and pests out of hibernation early this year, meaning we’re in store for prolonged mosquito season. Rather than turning to toxic bug sprays to fight against mosquito-borne viruses like West Nile and Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE), Mom’s everywhere can count on PIC® to help protect their families from dangerous mosquito bites with two unique products that provide maximum protection with all-natural ingredients that don’t need to be applied to skin.
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The Circus is Coming to Town


Piccadilly Circus has everything you'd expect to see at a Circus.  Celebrating 25 years of entertaining families with their daredevils somersaulting, spinning in a big Globe of Doom, and an outstanding display of colors of the rainbow in their "My Little Pony on Parade" display and more.  

Piccadilly Circus will be in Jackson at the Oman Arena on May 31st at 4:30 & 7:30.

Free children's tickets have been distributed at all elementary schools, pre-schools, and care centers in the area.

Tickets are available at  http://www ...

The Ins & Outs of Macaroni Kid Jackson


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This Week's Picks:


Saturday, May 19 - Benefit Spaghetti Dinner and Silent Auction

Priscilla and David Morse are a couple who live here in Jackson and who are in the process of adopting a three-year-old orphan who has Down syndrome from Eastern Europe. They are required to travel three times to Natasha's home country,

On Saturday, May 19th, I am hosting a spaghetti dinner and silent auction to raise money for the Morses. This is a casual, come-and-go dinner that includes spaghetti, bread, dessert and a drink (take-out plates will also be available). The silent auction will include some great items. Bidding will take place during dinner, and winners will be notified the next day.
Where: The dinner and auction will be held at "The Barn" at Fellowship Bible Church (at the corner of McClellan and Pleasant Plains). Plates will be served from 5:00 to 7:30 PM.
When: 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Who: Entire family  Natasha-2.jpg      1.jpg
How: Tickets available at HaliHannigan's Cupcakery, Patriot Equity Credit Union on Union University Dr or call 731.343.3552
Cost: Tickets are $5 and children 2 and under eat free.
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This Week's Calendar:


May 16th through May 19th

Wednesday, May 16 - Craft Day featuring DYO Seed Pots (Panera Bread Playgroup)

Panera Bread Playgroup offers different activities each playgroup each week such as movies, crafts, and book reading.  Parent supervision is required!  
Where: Panera Bread located at 1145 Vann Drive
When: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM (Every Wednesdays)
Who: Preschoolers
How: show up
Cost: no cost
For more info: 731.215.6084
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Friday, May 18 - Disney Themed Fireworks at Pringles Park

The Jackson Generals is having a Disney Themed Fireworks during their game against the Mississippi Braves.

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Where: Pringles Park
When: 7:05 PM (Game begins)
Who: Entire family
How: Purchase tickets at the door.
Cost: $4.50 for general admission. $7.50 reserved seating
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Saturday, May 19 - First Baptist Church Bemis Pancake Breakfast

First Baptist Bemis Church will be hosting a Pancake Breakfast to raise money to send their youth to summer camp. 
Where: First Baptist Church, Bemis (116 Bemis Lane, Jackson)
When: n/a
Who: entire family
How: Show up
Cost:  $5.00 per plate
For more info: First Baptist Church, Bemis (116 Bemis Lane, Jackson) 731-427-5505
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Saturday, May 19 - H&M's 5th Annual Never Quit 10K/5K/Fun Walk

H&M Company, Inc is hosting their 5th Annual Never Quit 10K/5K/1 Mile Fun Walk to benefit the American Cancer Society.  The registration fee includes free admission to 5/19 Jackson General's game, shirt for 5k/10k participants, and food & refreshments by Coyote Blues and Medals for all 1 Mile Walk Participants. 
Where: Pringles Park (4 Fun Place)
When: 8:00 AM (Race Start/7:00 Registration)
Who: Entire family
How: register online at www.goseries.org
Cost: 1 Mile Fun Walk-$10 Individual Entry Fee, $20 Family Entry Fee (2+)
5K Run/Walk $20 Pre-registration, $30 Day-of-the-race Entry Fee
10K $30 Pre-registration entry fee; $40 Day-of-the-race Entry Fee
For more info: 731.660.3194 or race@hmcompany.com
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Wednesday, May 30 - Casey Jones Museum welcomes Actor Bobby Clark

 Actor Bobby Clark from California will have a special appearance at Casey Jones Home & Railroad Museum in Jackson Wednesday, May 30th for a Meet & Greet.  Clark portrayed Casey Jr. in the 1950's television series "Casey Jones" as the son of Casey and Janie Jones.
Where: Casey Jones Museum
When: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Who: Entire family
How: Show up
Cost: free admission
For more info: http://www.caseyjones.com/
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